Intermediate Geotechnical Engineer – Tailings & Mine Waste

Perth, QLD

Are you looking for an opportunity to…

• Leave a positive impact on the environment and communities?
• Solve some of the most complex management of mine waste and water challenges faced by the mining industry?
• Work on some of the largest mine sites and tailings dams in the world?
• Work with a group of highly motivated, technical, like-minded professionals?

Intrigued? Read on - the details of your next career adventure are below.
What makes us stand out?

Aren’t all consultancies the same? We don’t think so. One of our tag lines “Down to Earth / Up to the Challenge” says a lot about who we are. Our staff are inquisitive, curious, and dedicated to solving complex problems and our size allows us to draw on colleagues across the globe just as easily as if they were across the hall. In broad terms we think KCB’s primary differentiators are:

• Our global reputation for technical excellence;
• Our appetite to tackle problems with unique complexities;
• Access to some of the sectors most amazing talent;
• Employee ownership and our owner’s mindset;
• Our size (large enough to win intriguing projects, small enough to know you by name); and
• Technical focus is maintained at all levels of the organization.

What you would engage in:

Our focus is on the application of critical thinking to the management of mine waste and water. By continuing your career journey with us, you would be part of our Geotechnical Engineering team in our Perth office. The role of Intermediate Geotechnical Engineer comes with the flexibility to work a hybrid work from home and work from the office schedule and will provide you with the opportunity to:

• Work on local and global mining projects.
• Design tailing storage facilities for local and global mining projects.
• Engage with clients, colleagues and suppliers on environmentally focused field programs and design solutions.
• Work with the latest versions of industry software.
• Provide mentorship to staff through the methodologies of tailings storage facility design solutions.
• Build client rapport through project development, from feasibility through to mine closure.
• Expand your knowledge by attending conferences and trainings.
• Be an ambassador for and potentially become an owner of KCB.

Attributes & Qualifications:

We respect the knowledge and experience you have gained to date and are willing to help you build on it. We do however require the following qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Geological engineering, with a track record of continued development.
• 5 to 10 years’ experience in geotechnical engineering.
• CPEng / RPEQ certification or eligibility to apply within 12 months of joining.
• Demonstrated experience in slope stability and seepage analysis; dam design; earthworks and construction; site investigation and laboratory testing of soils and rock.
• Familiarity with ANCOLD/ICOLD/GISTM/CDA guidelines and standards.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Experience in a safety focused environment with near miss and incident reporting requirements.

In addition to the must-have requirements above, you will excel in the role if you have the following:

• Experience in tailings management and dam safety, including good knowledge of applicable standards and guidelines.
• Experience in seismic analysis of dams and related software packages.
• An ability to find creative solutions and know how to present them.
• An ability to build rapport with clients, colleagues, and industry partners.
• A strong desire to broaden your engineering and project management skills.

Along with continued career development, KCB offers:

• Additional Superannuation: 2.5% extra to secure your future.
• Income Protection Insurance: Peace of mind for you and your family.
• Parental and Volunteer Leave: Support for your personal and community commitments.
• Opportunities for purchasing additional leave.
• Novated Leasing: Flexible vehicle leasing options.
• Hybrid Working Policy: Balance work and life with our flexible approach.
• Social and Mental Well-being Initiatives: Programs to support your overall well-being.
• Training and Development Opportunities: Continuous growth and learning.
• Additional incentives may be available dependent on the performance of the company, business unit and individual.

This role offers a dynamic and collaborative work environment, with opportunities for professional growth and development.

If you are registered, or eligible to register as a Professional Engineer, have a Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering and a minimum of 5 - 10 years of relevant experience in the mining or related industries, we want to hear from you!

About Us:
KCB Australia Pty Ltd (KCB) is a multi-disciplinary consulting firm providing engineering, geoscience and environmental services globally. We offer a full range of services from our offices in Australia, Canada, USA, UK, Brazil and Peru. Read more about us here www.klohn.com.

We respect the uniqueness that makes you, you. We are committed to employment equity and encourage applications from all qualified career seekers. KCB is an Australian Business Awards Employer of Choice recipient (2015-2024).

Are you up to the challenge?
If this sounds like the perfect opportunity for you, simply apply on-line with your résumé and cover letter.

We thank all candidates for applying however only short-listed candidates will be contacted.